Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that becomes more frequent with age and can make passing urine difficult.
Assessment usually begins with a history, examination and simple tests to understand how much the enlargement is affecting urine flow and bladder emptying. Importantly, evaluation also helps distinguish benign enlargement from other prostate conditions.
Many men are managed initially with lifestyle measures and medication. When symptoms persist, worsen, or complications develop, surgical and minimally invasive options are considered. Dr. Garg discusses the options and the reasoning behind each so patients can make an informed choice.
Seek urgent care if you become completely unable to pass urine, notice blood in the urine, or develop fever with urinary symptoms.
BPH is benign — it is not prostate cancer, and having BPH does not mean you have cancer. However, because symptoms can overlap, a proper urological assessment is the right way to be sure.
BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) is a common, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that becomes more frequent with age and can affect the flow of urine. It is not prostate cancer.
Common symptoms include a weak or slow urinary stream, difficulty starting, needing to pass urine more often (especially at night), urgency, a feeling of incomplete emptying, and dribbling at the end of urination.
Many men are managed initially with lifestyle measures and medication. If symptoms persist or complications develop, surgical or minimally invasive options may be considered after a proper urological assessment.
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